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Degree Curriculum
The curriculum in Labor Studies is a two-year program designed to
give students a sound foundation in the theory and practice of labor
and industrial relations. This course of study will provide members
of San Francisco labor unions and other interested individuals with
a comprehensive introduction to the role and contributions of organized
labor to American society; a thorough grounding in the rights of employees
on the job; and a specialized training in the skills necessary to
be an effective practitioner in the field of labor and industrial
relations.
Students who satisfy the requirements for graduation from the College
and complete the required Labor Studies courses with the average grade
of C (2.00 grade-point average) or higher receive the degree of Associate
in Arts and the Award of Achievement in Labor Studies. |
Admission
Enrollment in Labor Studies is open to all interested students. |
Course of Study
The course of study includes instruction in labor history; labor and
politics; labor law; labor economics; labor relations and collective
bargaining; pension, health and welfare issues; grievance handling
and arbitration; women's employment issues; health and safety in the
workplace; employment discrimination; steward training; contemporary
labor issues; and communications for labor leaders. Electives have
been recommended to strengthen students' knowledge and skills in selected
areas, to guide students in selecting courses to fulfill the requirements
for graduation from the College, and to aid students considering further
education at a branch of the California State University and Colleges
or the University of California. |
The Faculty
The faculty consists of labor scholars and labor practitioners with
experience working for San Francisco unions and governmental agencies. |
Employment
Those who complete the Associate of Arts curriculum satisfactorily
are qualified for employment with labor organizations and governmental
agencies. Labor Studies graduates hold staff positions with unions
as negotiators, field representatives, organizers, and also work in
union research, education, and legislative departments. Local, state,
and federal agencies also employ labor relations graduates. |
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